Curb Shopping Tips and TricksSometimes you run across discarded items on the side of the street that may be useful for you. This page contains curb shopping tips and tricks.
Finding an Agency to Help with Free School Desks in Uganda?We have a charity school in Uganda where we are providing students with free educational services, but we are having a problem with a lack of desks. They have to squeeze themselves like five people on one desk. I would like someone to help us with free desks so that we can create a conducive learning environment for them. Any suggestions?
Finding Donated Fabric for Youth Training Program?We are training youths who are school dropouts but we are limited with the fabric. Can someone help with suggestions on how to find some free fabric to equip the youths with tailoring skills.
Selling Household ItemsMost of us end up with numerous items both large and small, never used or gently used that we want to get rid of in our efforts to declutter. This page contains some very helpful tips for selling household items.
Saving Money on Alarm SystemsHome alarm systems can vary in price from hundreds to thousands of dollars, including installation, monitoring, monthly fees, and other services. Shopping around may help find the provider that fits your budget or you can research homeowner installed systems, which cost less and can be monitored by you.
Recalling Childhood MemoriesThere may be no time travel as depicted in science fiction stories or movies, but our memories of earlier times in our lives can often be quite vivid. They can be triggered by sights, sounds, smells, or just a desire to travel back to our childhood through our memories of those days gone by. We spend a few moments there and return to the present better for the fond memories.
Replacing a Missing Cap or LidIt is frustrating when a container's lid goes missing. Often lids and caps from other containers will fit.
DIY Projects Using PVC PipeSo many things can be made from PVC pipes. From a beach wheelchair to a garden tunnel for climbing plants, this page is full of ideas to try.
Reusing Paper Towels and NapkinsIf you are not ready to quit using paper towels, one way to reduce waste is to consider reusing ones that have been used perhaps to wipe up water or dry your hands. Relatively clean ones are perfect for a spill on the floor or other messier jobs. Remember reduce, reuse, and recycle.
Recycling or Disposing of Plastic Water Bottle Caps?For the last 3 years I have been collecting water bottle caps, from work at a car dealership, thinking it was for St Jude's, for cancer research. Now I have 1000s and 1000s of them at home in black plastic bags. I don't know what to do with them. Does anyone have an idea where to discard them?
Recycling Dentures?While there are not recycling options within the United States, there is a program in Japan that recycles dentures. The program recycles the metal found in the dentures and donates the profits to UNICEF.
106 Ways to Save in the KitchenThere are numerous ways you can save money with regards to your kitchen including reducing the cost of food, eliminating the use of disposable items such as paper napkins, growing a veggie garden, and more. This page contains several essays that outline 106 ways to save in the kitchen.
Organizations That Help Disabled People Get Furniture?A disability can leave you financially unable to meet the cost of new furniture. There are organizations that can assist disabled citizens get new and used furniture.
Agencies That Help the Elderly Get Household Items?I am in search of household items for an elderly patient who is leaving the hospital today. I found out she has nothing. She needs clothes or bedding, sheets, towels, plants, dishes, and household items lightly used. I am wanting to help out, but cannot afford to personally.
Getting Canvas Donations for a Girl Scout Project?My daughter is good at art. For her Girl Scout project, she was thinking of creating oil paintings and donating her paintings to a non-profit organization. She and her group of friends are aiming to make 60 paintings on 24"x30" or bigger canvas. Where can she go and ask for canvas donations?
Uses for Old Plastic Inhaler Dispensers?Does anyone have uses for old plastic inhaler dispensers. I use them on top of my bamboo canes as a safety measure to protect my eyes from being poked when I'm gardening. I've been prodded a few times! But not any more. '
Donating Campbell's Soup LabelsThe "Labels for Education" program through Campbells has ended.
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Repurposing Yogurt Container for Bow/Headband StorageYogurt containers are versatile and plentiful storage containers. They can easily be used to stage things like hair ties and bows.
Reading Informational SignsSigns posted in businesses and other areas often contain good information about the location you are at or the facilities available there. Taking a moment to read these signs can be very helpful and informative.
Donating a Pair of Shoes in Two Sizes?I have 2 different sized feet, so I have opposite shoes with no home. Is there a place I can send them?
Using Coffee Grounds to Clean Shoes?Do fresh ground coffee grounds clean shoes?
Make a Difference By Picking Up TrashLook around your neighborhood. There are probably many places where trash can accumulate, even if it's inadvertently. Grab a trash bag and go on a little walk. Picking up the little bits of trash you find along the way will help make where you live little nicer and it's quite rewarding.
Make a Funnel from a Plastic BottleIt's easy to make a makeshift funnel from any recycled plastic bottle. Select a bottle with an opening the proper size for easier use.
Financial Help for Moving Expenses for the Disabled?I am disabled and 56 years old and I have been living with my parents for the past 7 years. They don't want me here anymore because I get hurt so easily in doing all they require of me to do. I need to move anyway because their basement is cold and has bugs and is not fit for me to try to survive in any longer. Is there a place that would be willing to help me move from Springfield to Joplin?
Focusing on GratitudeFinding people, circumstances, and things that you are grateful for will help you focus on gratitude. How we look at our situation, will determine our own happiness, and ability to live in the present moment.
Hiding Jewelry Behind ArtworkOne way to hide your jewelry is on the backside of a framed painting or photo on the wall.
Keeping a Gratitude JournalKeeping track of what you are grateful for can be done in a journal. You can use an extra datebook or diary for this purpose.
Finding Fabric Donations for Charity?We are a small group of volunteers working for Carers of Africa. We need 100 percent cotton material/cut pieces, satin ribbons 3/8 inches, and hotel soap to make sanitary items for young girls. Can someone please help with suggestions for finding donations?
Reusing Cereal Liners in the KitchenThe wax bags that line a cereal box can be reused to keep food fresh, or even as mini trash bags. They make excellent freezer bags.
Recycling Worn Out Clothing?You can use old worn out clothing for rags once the buttons and zippers are removed. You may have a craft use for some of the undamaged fabric pieces.
Using Recycled Paper for NotesThere are many pieces of paper that come your way that you can cut and reuse for lists and notes. This can save you money and reduce your waste.
Lessons From BakingShare your love of baking with others. Cooking can teach us all sorts of life lessons, such as following directions, measuring, caution and patience. Your family also gets to enjoy the end product too.
Use Drawer and Shelf Liner to Open JarsNon slip liners for shelves and drawers can be used to help open tough lids on jars. It's a great way to repurpose the last of the roll.
Garden Uses for an Empty Pool Filter?I have this empty pool filter and I want to turn it into something in my garden. Any ideas?
Bird That Would Reuse a Robin Nest?I have a robin nest on my patio eave that was built and used last year by a robin. This year it is being used by a different kind of bird (smaller, very noisy). Any idea what kind of bird it could be? (I live in the Appleton, WI area). I was thinking it might be a purple martin. I don't see well enough to tell for sure.
Reporting a Business That Doesn't Have a Permit?Business permits are required in most places for any sort of commerical transactions. Food businesses often have much stricter guidelines to ensure food safety.
Finding a Half Sibling?I am trying to find my oldest brother, Luke, born in 1987 whom I've never met. He is my father's son. My dad didn't have much to do with him. All I know is that he was born and I think may still live there in Victoria Australia. I have no clue as to how to find him. I've tried Facebook and his surname is either Walsh or Welsh.
Finding Old Free Used Tires?I am looking for free used 235/75/R 15 tires. Does anyone know where I can get some? I will pick them up in Phoenix.
Recycled Plastic Bottle Phone SpeakerInside listening can easily be enhanced a bit by recycling a plastic bottle into a speaker to amplify the music coming from your cell phone.
Inspirational QuotesThere are so many different inspirational quotes from different sources such as; historical figures, literature, modern actors, pundits and politicians. If you have a favorite quote that has inspired you, please share it here.
Using Nail Polish to Identify KeysIf you have keys that are difficult to tell apart, use nail polish to mark them. You can just add a dot in the middle or you can try to get fancy if you wish.
Apologizing to Your Parents After a Fight?When tempers flare, we can say the wrong thing and make matters much worse. Apologies must be sincere and listening to others is an important skill we need to develop. This is a page about apologizing to your parents after a fight.
Uses for Sara Lee Lunch Meat ContainersReusable plastic containers are often found with cold cuts and ready made foods at the grocery store. Save them and use them for leftovers or storage later.
Survivability of Baby Bird Pushed from a NestWhen you come across an abandoned baby bird, a wildlife center may be its best chance for survival. This is a page about survivability of baby bird pushed from a nest.
Donating vs SellingIf you are purging things from your closets and garage, you need to decide whether or not to try to sell before donating. This page disucsses donating vs selling.
Using Recycled Lanterns As PlantersRepurpose lantern frames with plants to hang or place on your patio or porch. This is a page about using recycled lanterns as planters.
How to Make a Recycled PhotophoreSolid gel air fresheners usually have a nice floral or geometrical pattern under the plastic film. Once it has dried out, you can add a LED votive candle to make a small light. This is a page about how to make a recycled photophore.
My Daughter Missed Mass on Holy Thursday?As you know, this week is holy week. Does anyone know if my daughter should go to confession if she missed mass on Holy Thursday? I told her it would be longer than usual (as Holy Thursday masses are an hour longer) and she had refused to go. She claimed the reason was "I'm tired" which is not a good reason to miss mass.
Using Drinking Straw as Small Travel ContainersRepurpose a fat straw as containers for shampoo, lotions, etc. so you can travel with small amounts of your favorites. This is a page about using drinking straw as small travel containers.
Prescription Bottle Auto Air FreshenerA great way to reuse your prescription bottles is as a car air freshener. You can drill holes in the lid and put some scented oil on cotton balls inside it. This is a page about prescription bottle auto air freshener.
Using Sunglasses as Cell Phone EaselYou can turn your sunglasses upside down to make a makeshift stand for your cell phone to watch videos. This is a page about using sunglasses as cell phone easel.
Removing Prescription Bottle LabelsPrescription bottles are handy to use for storing small items but it is desirable to remove the labels first. This is a page about removing prescription bottle labels.
Microwave Glass Tray as DIY Lazy SusanRepurpose the plate and revolving stand from a non-working microwave to make a lazy Susan for condiments, or other things. This is a page about using a microwave glass tray as DIY lazy Susan.
Frugal Living ComicsHere is a collection of humorous comics about frugal matters, illustrated by Donny Yankellow. This page contains frugal living comics.
Uses for Pop TabsThe aluminum tabs from soda cans have many uses, from securing lightweight wall hangings to increasing wardrobe space in your closet. This page contains a variety of ways you can reuse these pull tabs.
Hanging Curtains in a CarAn easy way to add car curtains is with rods, small hooks and semi-transparent kitchen window curtains. They can give shade without obstructing the driver's view. This is a page about hanging curtains in a car.
Keeping Your Cell Phone DryToday's smartphones are becoming more and more water resistant but it is still best to keep them dry to avoid damage. This is a page about keeping your cell phone dry.
Business Card Holder as a Phone StandThis is a handy trick for the office or a nightstand and can be much cheaper than an expensive phone stand. This page is about using a business card holder as a phone stand.
Repurposing an Old Pole Lamp?What can I make out of an old pole lamp?
Moving a Pigeon Egg?Sometimes birds will choose a nesting site that is dangerous for their eggs or simply in the wrong spot around your home. Some research can help to successfully move the nest and egg(s) and prevent similar nesting in the future. This page offers some helpful suggestions for moving a pigeon egg.
Use a Lipstick Cap as a ThimbleThe plastic caps from lipstick tubes and other small round containers can be repurposed in a number of ways. This page suggests using a lipstick cap as a thimble.
Educational Resources for SeniorsBesides the public library, there are many online resources available for continuing education. This is a page about educational resources for seniors.
Alternative Uses for Fleece Blankets?There are a variety of ways you can use a fleece blanket to create a blind, stop a draft, or repurpose the fabric to make other things. This is a page about alternative uses for a fleece throw.
Saving Money by Cutting Sponges in HalfFeel good about throwing away dirty sponges regularly by getting twice as many with this simple trick. This is a page about saving money by cutting sponges in half.
Mamma Duck Won't Sit on Eggs Inside an Enclosure?I had a Muscovy duck lay eggs in my front yard about 2 months ago and they got destroyed by a predator (probably a raccoon). So when I saw the nest getting used again and there were 12 eggs in it with the mother sitting on them, I kept an eye on it. Later 4 of the eggs were eaten. I built a cage around the area using simple strips of wood and chicken wire. But now she won't sit on the nest.
Using Security CamerasModern security cameras are inexpensive and easy to use. Many send videos directly to a smartphone. This is a page about using security cameras.
Use Plant Trays to Store Mugs and GlasswareThe trays that potted plants are delivered to retailers in, are often available for free. They can be reused to store breakable cups and glasses. This page is about using plant trays to store mugs and glassware.
Comparing CFL And LED LightbulbsMost people have replaced their traditional incandescent lightbulbs with energy efficient alternatives, such as CFL (Compact Fluorescent) or LED (Light Emitting Diode) bulbs. Each type has different pros and cons to consider when choosing a bulb. This page is about comparing CFL and LED lightbulbs.
Finding Free Tires?Where can I get 4 15 inch tires free?
Concerns after Sister-in-Law and Children Moved In?My sister-in-law told my husband that she had everything situated to move. We haven't been married 3 years yet and his family is always asking him for help. I was watching the kids (3) and only that. After the kids leave and on the weekends is my time. When she moved here, all of a sudden she doesn't have anything in order.
Using a Broken Refrigerator to Store Dishes and Flatware?Our refrigerator just broke a few days ago and I was told it can't be repaired anymore. I don't want to just throw it away so I'm thinking of making it a dish cabinet where I can put all our plates, glasses, spoons, forks, and other utensils.
Removing VHS Tapes from Their Cases?I wanted to do a project using the ribbon film from my old VHS tapes, the only problem is that there are around 100 tapes. Does anyone know a fast way to get the ribbon out?
Removing the Plastic Case from VHS Film?What's the easiest way to remove the plastic from the film on 200 VHS tapes?
Agencies That Help Rebuild After a House Fire?I had a house fire two days before Christmas. I lost everything. How do I get help fixing a place to live. I have got a building with two 16 by 16 rooms. I have got no where else to go.
Dealing With Cold and Distant Family Members?I'm so hurt about my family. My estranged mother, along with two adult nieces came back into my life last year after my brother died; he wouldn't let me see his kids for years. He was angry, because I cut my abusive mother out of my life. They were close.
Having A Frugal MindsetEnjoy being satisfied and content. Life is so much more comfortable when you stay within your budget and you are aware of the difference between what you need and what you want. This is a page about having a frugal mindset.
Grammar TipsEnglish grammar can be tricky. Frequent errors result from using words with similar spelling but different meanings, mixed tenses, misuse of the apostrophe, and subject verb disagreement. This page contains examples of common grammar errors.
Recycling VHS Tapes?What is the best way to remove the film from VHS tapes? I have over 50 tapes. I need to separate the film from the plastic before recycling the tapes.
Reusing Makeup CasesDon't toss that eye shadow or foundation case. Rather remove the tray if possible or clean out the makeup residue and you may find that this little case can hold a variety of small items. This is a page about reusing makeup cases.
Developing a Frugal LifestyleDid you know that a frugal lifestyle can become a way of life that allows more time for relaxation, less stress over money, and daily expenses in general? Budget, organize your home, reuse and recycle. This is a page about developing a frugal lifestyle.
Uses for Mardi Gras BeadsMardi Gras is a traditional pre-lent celebration held in New Orleans and other locations. The fun has spread to other areas with the characteristic "throws" or beads easily obtained. This is a page about uses for Mardi gras beads.
Holiday Entertaining with Sustainable StyleThis is a page about holiday entertaining with sustainable style. Holidays tend to be a time that create excessive amounts of waste. Here are some great tips for reducing trash, lowering your power bill, and great ways to help the environment when celebrating this holiday season.
Septic Tank Servicing Assistance for a Disabled Couple?Who can assist in pumping a septic tank for a minimal amount in Chatsworth Georgia?
Caring for an Injured Wild Finch?My husband rescued a finch that got hit by a car a block from our house. He is eating, but he doesn't want water. How can I get him to drink water? What kind of cage can I put him in during the night time until his wing is healed? He can't fly and when he stands he sometimes falls sideways. He is missing feathers on one wing.
Sharing Family MemoriesOur memories are what remain when we lose a loved one. Keeping scrapbooks, photo albums and written records can help preserve the history of your family. This is a page about sharing family memories.
Uses for Deer Skin Shammies?I came across an interesting find in my deceased father's garage the other day, a bunch of deerskin "shammies!" There were several of them. I washed them as they had car grease stains on them, but they were in excellent condition, and hung them out to dry.
Frugal Ways To SaveThere are so many creative ways to be thrifty and save time, resources, and money. This page contains frugal ways to save.
Help With Getting Furniture While Unemployed?How can I get help with getting a three piece suite as I don't have one and I'm on one benefit JSA (unemployment) paid once every two weeks?
Organizations that Help Vets With Home Repairs?This is a page about organizations that help vets with home repairs. It can be expensive to fix a home that is falling into disrepair, especially if you are on a limited income. There are numerous organizations that can help vets repair their homes at a low cost or even for free.
